Two More H5 Bird Flu Cases Hit NSW Central, South Coast
The NSW Government has reported two new cases of H5 bird flu in wild birds, bringing the state's total to 32 events. Officials emphasize that there is no risk to commercial poultry or human health, but urge the public to report sick wildlife.
Why it matters
Ongoing surveillance is critical to preventing the spread of avian influenza to commercial food supplies and protecting public health.
The NSW Government is responding to two new H5 bird flu events after samples were taken from Greater crested terns at Woy Woy and Bulli.
These new events bring NSW to a total of 32 H5 bird flu events.
Given the spread of bird flu across Australia, NSW now reports detections under the nationally consistent event system, where a single investigation may involve one or more birds and considers factors such as location, timing, species and other findings.
There are no signs of any mass mortality in NSW and surveillance is continuing so we can detect any further cases early.
The Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development Deputy Chief Veterinary Officer Jane Bennett said the detection of additional H5 bird flu cases on the Central Coast and South Coast highlights the importance of continued surveillance and rapid reporting from the community.
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